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A pub has introduced a novel way to try and prevent people from drink-driving – by offering them some free chicken wings.

The Original Joe's pub and restaurant in Alberta, Canada, raised a smile after leaving notes on customers’ cars left overnight thanking them for not drink-driving.

Paula Grzelak-Schultz posted the letter she found on her car on Facebook, admitting she initially thought she may have been in trouble.

Instead she found a voucher for some free chicken wings.

“When I found the letter on my windshield, I thought I was getting in trouble for leaving my car in front of the entryway to the pub,” she explained.

“Wow! I'm so impressed. Definitely going back. Not just because of the voucher, but because of how well this guy treats his patrons.”

Here’s what the letter said:

“Just wanted to thank you for leaving your car parked overnight. I’m not sure if you had consumed alcohol at our restaurant or not, but we wanted to thank you for not drinking and driving.

“Enclosed is a voucher good for 11lb of our delicious chicken wings. Please accept this as a thank you for being responsible. Life is valuable, have a great weekend.”

Ms Grzelak-Schultz’s post has been shared and liked by 20,000 Facebook users, with many praising the pub’s thoughtful actions.

The Original Joe's chain posted they are stunned by the reaction to the letter, responding: “Crazy how one act of kindness can go viral. We just want everyone to make it home safe. Thank you for not drinking and driving!”